Internship Program – SOI Foundation

The Internship Program

The Blue Futures Pathways (BFP) Internship Program is designed to support youth in Canada aged 18-35 as they learn about and explore careers in the Sustainable Blue Economy. The program offers youth access to four key resources:

Learning materials focused on the Sustainable Blue Economy;
Mentorship with industry, not-for-profit, and/or educational professionals;
Free training workshops;
Potential funding

The BFP Internship Program will help youth develop work-ready skills for careers in the ocean and fresh water sectors and prepare them to dive into hands-on internship opportunities.

Are you 18-35 years old, living in Canada, and a Canadian citizen, Permanent Resident or have refugee status? Are you ready to learn, train and get paid while contributing to a sustainable future? Then read below to learn more or click here to register!

Alternatively, any educator, student or individual from around the globe is welcome to access our free learning materials. Click here to learn more about our on-demand educational content.

The BFP Internship Program provides …

Learning Modules

On-demand, interactive, online learning resources that explore different aspects of the Sustainable Blue Economy, prompt you to think about issues around our ocean and freshwater systems, and examine the career pathways of diverse professionals. Topics include marine water, fresh water, wastewater, the cryosphere (frozen water), green shipping, and much more.

Mentorship

Connecting with peers and experts can accelerate our journey to success. That's why the BFP Internship Program helps bring together youth and professionals in industry, not-for-profit organizations, and educators working in the marine, fresh water, and wastewater sectors in Canada.

Training

This series of tailor-made training courses will ensure young people are ready for the workplace and stand out to prospective employers. Sessions include core skills such as resume-writing and interview skills, and also soft skills such as finding your voice, telling your story and the keys to an inclusive workplace.

Getting involved with the BFP Internship Program

Our program is customizable based on your needs as an employer or partner organization working with youth.

Educators & Partners

If you work with youth aged 15-35 and are looking for resources to support their career pathways in the ocean or water sectors, connect with us to discuss how we can work together through the BFP Internship. Click below to contact us.

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Employers

Here are 3 different ways to participate:

Already have a youth aged 18-35 in mind? Enroll them in our BFP Internship to connect them with a network of like-minded interns across Canada.
Do you have a suitable position but no youth to fill it? Contact us to connect with our BFP interns seeking employment opportunities.
Looking to provide professional development for your existing youth employees? Allow them to select specific learning modules and to enroll in our mentorship program to grow their network, skills and confidence.

Click below to contact us and start participating in the BFP Internship Program.